This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, September 11, 2026 (28 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 10 squares
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ANTIHEROES
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ANTIHEROES as a word: (literature, roleplaying games) A protagonist who proceeds in an unheroic manner, such as by criminal means, via cowardly actions, or for mercenary goals.
ANTIHEROES has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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